In what is considered as his first move after taking oath as Chief Minister at Morahabadi maidan on Thursday, Hemant Soren is expected to honour his commitment by providing Rs 10 lakh ex-gratia to the family of martyred Agniveer Arjun Mahto. 

Late Mahato and his family hail from Bokaro.The family members of late Agniveer have already arrived and necessary process almost complete to honour them.

Already Bokaro's Deputy Commissioner, instructed by the state Home Department has completed  the process, ensuring the ex-gratia cheque and compensatory appointment letter is handed over to Mahto's dependent on Thursday late afternoon at the Project Building. 

Mahto, hailing from Fatehpur under Chandankyari police station in Bokaro district, lost his life during an encounter in Assam's Silchar District on November 21-22. 

His mortal remains reached his native place the following evening, coinciding with the election results announcement. The compensation aligns with the CM-designate's September 9 resolution through the Home Department, promising adequate support to Agniveers from the state in case of supreme sacrifice. 

Soren, who has been vocal in his criticism of the Agniveer scheme—a program that recruits youth for a five-year army service—had previously assured state-based Agniveers assistance in securing employment post their service completion. 

The scheme, introduced by the central government, has faced scrutiny for its short-term nature. 

Soren's government has taken proactive steps to support these young recruits, particularly focusing on their post-service career prospects and ensuring financial security for families of those who make the ultimate sacrifice while serving the nation.